Theni District is one of the 38 districts of Tamil Nadu state in India. Well protected by the scenic hill locks, the district is located besides Madurai district. The town of Theni is the district headquarters. The district is divided into two natural divisions: The hilly areas are constituted by parts of the five taluk's Theni, Bodinayakanur, Periyakulam, Uthamapalayam and Andipatti with thick vegetation and perennial streams from the hills on the western side and Cumbum valley which lies in Uthamapalayam taluk. As of 2011, Theni district had a population of 1,245,899 with a sex ratio of 980 females for every 1,000 males.
Kosapet is a neighbourhood of Chennai. The name is a corruption of Kuyavar Pettai, and originated due to the concentration of potters and artisans in this area. The area is Ward 98 of Chennai Corporation.
Amman Kovil Kizhakale is a 1986 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film written and directed by R. Sundarrajan, starring Vijayakanth and Radha. It was released on 24 April 1986, and emerged a commercial success. Vijayakanth also won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil. It was remade into Telugu as Khaidi No. 786 (1988) and Kannada as Nammoora Hammera (1990).
Ravichandran Samanna, known professionally as Nizhalgal Ravi, is an Indian film, television and voice actor who works mainly in Tamil cinema. He has performed in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films and television series. He started his career in 1980 with the film Nizhalgal. He has acted in 550 films. He is best known for his dubbing work for Amitabh Bachchan in Tamil.
Sri Raja Rajeshwari is a 2001 Tamil language Hindu devotional film directed by Bharathi Kannan. The film stars Ramya Krishnan, Ramki and Sanghavi, with Banupriya, Nizhalgal Ravi, Vadivelu and Vinu Chakravarthy playing supporting roles. The film was released on 13 April 2001.
Nizhalgal is a 1980 Indian Tamil-language drama film co-written and directed by Bharathiraja. The film stars primarily newcomers such as S. Rajasekar, Raadhu, Ravi, Chandrasekhar and Suvitha. It revolves around a group of youngsters and their struggles to overcome the challenges faced by them in society.
Chatriyan is a 1990 Indian Tamil-language crime drama film directed by K. Subash from a story written by Mani Ratnam, who produced the film under Aalayam Productions. The film stars Vijayakanth, Bhanupriya, and Thilakan, while Revathi made a guest appearance. The film features soundtrack and background score composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The film became a blockbuster at the box office, was one of the highest-grossing films of the early 1990s, and achieved cult status.
Rajakali Amman is a 2000 Indian Tamil-language devotional film directed by Rama Narayanan, starring Karan, Ramya Krishnan and Kausalya.
Kai Veesamma Kai Veesu is a 1989 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Vinodh, starring Radhika and Nirosha. It was released on 14 July 1989. The film was dubbed in Telugu as Kaliyuga Durga in 1990.
Aadi Velli is a 1990 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Rama Narayanan and produced by N. Radha, starring Seetha and Nizhalgal Ravi. It was released on 2 February 1990. The film was remade in Kannada as Durgasthami.
Brahmachari (transl. Bachelor) is a 1992 Indian Tamil-language comedy film directed by Muktha Srinivasan in his last directorial venture. The film stars Nizhalgal Ravi and Gautami. It was released on 15 January 1992.
Puthu Paatu is a 1990 Indian Tamil-language film written and directed by Panchu Arunachalam, and produced by Ilaiyaraaja who also composed the music. The film stars Ramarajan, Vaidegi, Suma and Rajeev. It was released on 17 October 1990.
Amman Kovil Vaasalile is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language drama film, directed by Ramarajan and produced by S. Rajaram. The film stars Ramarajan, Sangita, Manivannan and Senthil. It was released on 9 February 1996.
Nee Sirithaal Deepavali is a 1990 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Malaysia Vasudevan, in his only directorial credit. The film stars Sivakumar, Harish Kumar and Daisy Sonia, supported by Nizhalgal Ravi. It was released on 14 December 1990, and failed at the box office, which Vasudevan attributed to the overuse of songs.
Durga is a 1990 Indian Tamil-language children's film, directed and written by Rama Narayanan, with dialogue written by Pugazhmani. It stars Baby Shamili playing the title role, with Nizhalgal Ravi, Kanaka and Kitty playing lead while Sathyapriya, Vagai Chandrasekhar, Senthil and Vennira Aadai Moorthy play pivotal roles. The film was released on 10 August 1990 and fared well at the box office. The film was remade in Kannada as Bhairavi in 1991, with Shamili playing the same role.
Paattondru Ketten is a 1991 Indian Tamil-language thriller film written and directed by V. C. Guhanathan. The film stars Rahman and Sithara, with Nizhalgal Ravi, Rekha and Ranjan in supporting roles. It was released on 5 December 1991.
Purushanai Kaikkulla Pottukkanum is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language comedy film directed by Balanna in his debut. The film stars Janagaraj, Manjula, Nizhalgal Ravi, Sreeja and Pallavi. It is a remake of the 1990 Telugu film Mama Alludu. The film was released on 18 March 1994.
Kalikaalam is a 1992 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed and written by Panchu Arunachalam. The film stars Radhika and Nizhalgal Ravi. It is a remake of the Telugu film of same name. The film was released on 11 July 1992.
Kaaval Poonaigal is a 1989 Indian Tamil-language film written and directed by Kalaipuli G. Sekaran. The film stars Radhika, Nizhalgal Ravi, Bhanu Chander and Manjula. It was released on 19 May 1989.
Ullam Kavarntha Kalvan is a 1987 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film written by Panchu Arunachalam, directed and photographed by Ashok Kumar. A remake of the Hindi film Chitchor (1976), it stars Pandiarajan, Nizhalgal Ravi and Rekha, with V. K. Ramasamy and Manorama in supporting roles. The film was released on 4 September 1987.
